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A key component of the journey to net zero is the decarbonisation of energy procurement. Deloitte has extensive experience in helping companies navigate the complexities of sourcing renewable energy, both physically and through certificates. We offer practical insights and expertise to help your company take advantage of renewable energy opportunities in a dynamic regulatory environment and to achieve your Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) goals.

Benefits of sustainable energy procurement

Transitioning to renewable energy not only benefits the environment but also offers significant advantages for your business, including:

  • Reduced CO₂ footprint: Energy consumption accounts for a substantial proportion of carbon emissions. With sustainable energy procurement, you can reduce these emissions to nearly zero.
  • Cost savings: For the (longer-term) procurement of renewable energy, there are various options that not only reduce your environmental impact but also save you money. These include direct power purchase agreements, government subsidies and photovoltaic systems for self-consumption.
  • Added value: Realigning your procurement strategy can be used as an opportunity to generate added value with your customers.
  • Achieved sustainability targets: By procuring renewable energy strategically, you can achieve or even exceed your ESG and climate goals.

We help companies make sense of the complex electricity markets and relevant regulations, and provide insights that allow them to capitalise on the benefits of renewable energy procurement. Whether your objective is lowering your carbon footprint, reducing operating costs, ensuring security of supply or meeting ambitious sustainability and climate targets – we are here to support you on your journey.

Optimise your renewable energy strategy

 

We guide you through key stages on the road to renewable energy procurement:

We help you analyse the various options available to you, covering aspects such as costs, timelines, complexity, risks, required expertise and the impact on emissions. To develop an effective renewable energy strategy, we can:

  • Assess energy footprints
  • Analyse economic feasibility
  • Align renewable energy strategies with key performance indicators and risk preferences
  • Create a tailored roadmap

Our team provides comprehensive support at every stage of the renewable energy procurement process. This includes:

  • Analysing future energy requirements
  • Training stakeholders
  • Preparing tender documents
  • Helping to conduct and review financial analyses
  • Providing advice on negotiating and concluding contracts
  • Disclosing renewable energy in financial and non-financial reporting in accordance with relevant financial and sustainability standards (US GAAP, IFRS, OR, ESRS)
  • Establishing and enhancing risk management in the area of energy

Optimise your renewable electricity procurement strategy

 

We offer four key services for electricity procurement:

  1. Physical power purchase agreements (PPAs): Ensure price stability and predictability with long-term contracts for the supply of renewable energy, either on-site or off-site.
  2. Virtual power purchase agreements (VPPAs): Enter into long-term contracts that serve as the basis for creating renewable energy certificates (RECs).
  3. Options in regulated markets: Explore green tariffs and unbundled RECs for flexible renewable energy procurement and carbon offsetting.
  4. On-site generation: Implement renewable solutions directly on-site to meet decarbonisation targets and expand the use of renewable energy.

We can support you with electricity procurement in Switzerland, Europe and globally.

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Contacts

Bastien Girod

Partner, Climate & Net Zero
+41 58 279 7141

Willi Rohr

Director
+41 58 279 6653